What if the thing you're meant to do still hasn't happened yet? In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Cari Haim—a 55-year-old actor, breast cancer survivor, and new stand-up comic—to talk about reinvention, rejection, and reclaiming your voice at any age. Cari shares her early experience as a teen actor and the complicated reality of having a famous last name (yes, she’s the sister of the late actor Corey Haim). She opens up about the pain ...
Jul 01, 2025•54 min
How can a 75 year old woman go from retirement to over 160,000 followers in just four months? Nadja Piatka figured it out. But the best part? She wasn’t even trying to be an influencer at 75. She recently retired, and wanted an opportunity to share what she’s learned in her life, how to balance a healthy lifestyle and promote positive aging. I was first introduced to Nadja via Instagram. I liked her positivity and the fact that she and I both have the same passion regarding our age and being pro...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr
In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Lesleigh L. Wallace—a pharmacist who made a bold career change into full-time ministry. If you’ve ever wondered how to reinvent your life after 40, embrace singleness with confidence, or find your identity beyond your job title, this conversation is for you. Lesleigh shares her personal story of transitioning from a successful pharmacy career to becoming the operations director in ministry, all while naviga...
Jun 03, 2025•49 min
In this powerful and deeply personal episode on The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar chats with Ellen Buchanan who shares her remarkable transformation from a high-achieving corporate professional to a full-time traveler, wellness advocate, and creative entrepreneur. Born in the Philippines, Ellen’s global journey spans multiple countries and career shifts—including years in the hospitality industry with Hilton and launching her own real estate staging business. Ellen opens up about...
May 20, 2025•58 min
Is it too late to start over after 60? Absolutely not—and Vickie Turley is living proof. In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with Vickie Turley, a 67-year-old woman who transformed her life after 20 years of chronic pain, prescription dependency, and emotional isolation. Once bedridden and unsure of her purpose, Vickie shares how faith, resilience, and one bold decision led her to healing, freedom, and a brand-new calling in her retirement ye...
May 06, 2025•50 min
In this episode of The More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Michigan-based estate planning attorney Lavonne Cliff Thomas, who shares her inspiring story of resilience, faith, and purpose after surviving three brain surgeries and navigating major life setbacks. Lavonne opens up about how her life-threatening health challenges—including multiple craniotomies—shaped her personal and professional path. With deep spiritual insight, Lavonne shares how her Christian faith anchored h...
Apr 22, 2025•58 min
In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Adele Latu, an inspiring entrepreneur, dancer, and founder of Soul Submitted Designs. Adele shares her incredible journey of discovering hip hop at age 41, breaking (breakdancing) at 45, and launching an apparel brand alongside her family. Through her story, Adele highlights the resilience required to embrace new challenges later in life and the importance of pursuing dreams despite societal expectations. Tune in...
Apr 08, 2025•58 min
In the Rough with Angie: Losing A Child, But Not Losing Faith
Apr 01, 2025•2 min
This episode is so much more than the title, but a big part of Carly’s story happened from the time she became an Atheist to a huge pivotal moment that transformed the trajectory of her life. She has so many facets to her story that made her an ideal woman who is more than her age and life circumstance. Hang tight, tune in and enjoy the many facets of Carly’s life and how she truly is More Than Her Age. Summary In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Carly Olsen shares her profound jo...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Erica Pasvar chats with Birdy Lane who shares her inspiring journey from being a dedicated drama teacher to pursuing her passion for acting and comedy. With over 27 years of experience in education, Birdy discusses the pivotal moments that led her to embrace her creative side, including the impact of supportive teachers and the challenges of navigating the acting world. She emphasizes the importance of following one's passion, the role of Ikigai...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Changing things up this week. Enjoy:)
Mar 11, 2025•9 min
Guest: Leisa Peterson, Author of The Mindful Millionaire, Founder of WealthClinicHost: Erica Pasvar, More Than Your Age PodcastIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, Erica Pasvar sits down with Leisa Peterson, a financial expert, author, and entrepreneur who shares her journey of overcoming limiting beliefs around wealth, success, and personal growth. Leisa opens up about her personal experiences, and how a murder and mass shooting affected her and the mindset shifts that transformed...
Mar 04, 2025•53 min
In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host, Erica Pasvar chats with Diana Toups, the founder of Bridges for Bethlehem, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding those in need in Palestine. Diana shares how a life-changing trip to the Holy Land opened her eyes to suffering she couldn’t ignore and set her on a path she never imagined—establishing a nonprofit in her 60s. From homeschooling her children to pursuing her degree 40 years later, Diana’s journey shows how dreams evolve from one thing...
Feb 25, 2025•47 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Consuelo Crosby, a structural engineer and founder of Encuentras Media. As a proud Peruvian woman, Consuelo shares her inspiring journey of navigating a male-dominated industry, the impact of her mother’s influence, and her deep-rooted passion for empowering women through storytelling. She opens up about her adventurous spirit, the delicate balance between motherhood and career success, and the significance of cu...
Feb 18, 2025•54 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Lisa Apple shares her inspiring journey from being a middle school teacher to pursuing her passion for music and theater. After the loss of her brother, she found healing through songwriting and collaborated with a friend to create a musical that tells her brother's story. Lisa discusses the challenges and triumphs of the creative process, the importance of mental health awareness, and her aspirations for the musical's future in New York. She al...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , Leeanna Walls shares her deeply personal journey of healing, and transformation. After experiencing a life-altering event as a trauma survivor learning to heal from immense pain, Leeanna’s career path shifted in her late 30s, leading her into the medical field just as the pandemic began. Now a nurse and health coach, she opens up about her struggles with PTSD, faith, and personal safety, as well as the pivotal role of community and empowerment ...
Feb 04, 2025•59 min
In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar chats with Stacie Jones, founder of the athleisure brand Sun Lovin' Roots. Stacie shares her inspiring journey from working with the Dallas Cowboys to pursuing her entrepreneurial dream. Together, they dive into the pressure to achieve "big" things and how societal expectations can shape our definition of success. Stacie's story shares how finding fulfillment in ways may not always seem grandiose but can be deeply meaningful. ...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min
I had such a great time with my guest on This week’s episode. Miriam Diaz-Gilbert has an outlook on life that I think all of us need to grasp. When something is hard, the “woe is me” mentality never creeps in. She’s a glass half full type of person and someone you want in your life. When death was a close reality, she viewed her pain and overcame the difficulty in such a respectable way. Her life was spared, multiple times, and this one thing is what saved her life and helped her to move on. Tun...
Jan 26, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Welcome to a brand-new season of The More Than Your Age Podcast ! Whether you’re a long-time listener or just discovering the show, I’m so glad you’re here. This season is packed with incredible stories from inspiring women, and I can’t wait for you to hear them! In this episode, Erica Pasvar sits down with Michelle Woo, a master gardener, artist, and founder of Hearts and Spades. Michelle shares her journey from growing up in a creative household to working her way up as the executive director ...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Welcome back to The More Than Your Age Podcast! 🎉 This is a special episode as we close out the year together. Can you believe we’ve made it to the end of another incredible season? Reflecting on this past year, I’m in awe of the extraordinary talent, bravery, and inspiring stories shared by my guests. It’s been a remarkable journey, and I’m deeply honored that you’ve chosen The More Than Your Age Podcast as a source of inspiration. Every conversation has left a profound impact on me, and I hop...
Dec 17, 2024•55 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, wellness and nutrition coach Lauren Melton shares her journey from a successful corporate career in HR to becoming a wellness coach. She discusses her upbringing, the pressures of high achievement, and the challenges of balancing work and family life. Lauren also opens up about her health struggles and the realization that led her to simplify her life and focus on wellness. Her story highlights the importance of self-care, the impact of motherho...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr
Childbirth is often seen as a miraculous moment, but for some, it can take an unimaginable turn. In this week’s episode, Kimberly Johnson shares her harrowing and inspiring story of surviving a rare, life-threatening complication during the birth of her fourth child. Moments after delivering her baby, Kimberly flatlined, triggering a code blue and slipping into a coma. Clinically brain dead for minutes, she had an unexplainable encounter with God that profoundly shaped her perspective on life. A...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar reflects on the importance of taking breaks, the upcoming powerful survival story of a friend, and celebrates two years of podcasting. She shares her personal growth journey, the lessons learned from various women interviewed, and emphasizes the significance of faith and resilience in overcoming life's challenges. Erica encourages listeners to embrace their unique stories and reminds them that every age is a gift. Because it's ...
Nov 26, 2024•7 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Nicole Nelson shares her profound journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by her mother's addiction and her experiences in foster care, to finding her identity and strength as an adult. She discusses the challenges of being adopted into a family that treated her as a business rather than a loved one, her eventual reunion with her mother, and the impact of her early life on her relationships. Nicole also reflects on her transition to motherhoo...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Tara Bushaw shares her incredible journey as a mother of eight, a homeschooling advocate, and a successful entrepreneur. From becoming a teenage mother to navigating the challenges of raising a large family while building a freelance career, Tara's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth. She discusses the impact of her early experiences on her parenting style, the decision to homeschool her children, and the health crises ...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, master coach Yvonne Grossi shares her transformative journey of overcoming binge eating, which began at age 52. Yvonne discusses her struggles with food, the emotional turmoil that led to her binge eating, and how she found recovery through coaching and self-compassion. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's emotions and the role of coaching in facilitating personal growth. Yvonne also shares insights on building a coaching busines...
Nov 05, 2024•58 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Elizabeth Schutz shares her journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and insecurities that stemmed from childhood experiences. She discusses the impact of competition and comparison in her upbringing, the importance of finding acceptance and validation, and how relationships played a crucial role in her healing process. Elizabeth emphasizes the significance of therapy, community support, and the willingness to pursue dreams despite challenges. She...
Oct 29, 2024•56 min
In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Heather Brooke, the reigning Miss West Tennessee for America. Heather opens up about her powerful story of overcoming childhood trauma, including sexual abuse and trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder. She shares how these challenges have shaped her into the woman she is today, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and self-compassion. Heather’s experiences in the world of pageantry, even after tu...
Oct 22, 2024•53 min
Welcome back to The More Than Your Age Podcast! I appreciate you joining and listening in. I want to thank you all for being a part of a special 3-part series for both Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I know these episodes are heavier than usual, but they offer immense hope and light as we hear each woman’s story of overcoming some of the darkest seasons in their lives. This week’s episode brings additional hope as we hear from Joya Robertson, a two-time breast cancer survivo...
Oct 15, 2024•48 min
Tina Keller, an attorney and author, shares her journey of becoming a lawyer later in life after experiencing domestic violence. She started her law school journey at the age of 45 and graduated at 50. Tina grew up witnessing domestic violence in her parents' and grandparents' households, which shaped her views on relationships. She made a firm decision to never tolerate physical abuse in her own marriage. However, she later realized that she was in an abusive marriage, which led her to leave an...
Oct 08, 2024•52 min
